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November 11, 2016

Niger Delta: Kachikwu expresses anger over continued attacks on pipelines

Minister of State for Defence, Ibe Kachikwu has said expressed disappointment at the continued damage of pipelines in Niger Delta despite efforts by the Federal Government to engage stakeholders in the region. Kachikwu said this in a statement issued by Idang Alibi, Director of Press and Public Relations in the Ministry of Petroleum Resources. He... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Reuben Abati: The sad news of Trump’s triumph

“Democracy is tricky; it sometimes ends up as a parody of itself. When the people clamour for change, they can vote with their hearts, and prove impervious to plain sight reason, and overlook likely pitfalls. We can only hope that Donald Trump does not become the symbol of the change that Americans are seeking. That... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o to headline the 2016 Ake festival

Abeokuta, Ogun State will stand still once again as it hosts an outstanding roaster of writers, thinkers, artists, filmmakers, musicians, book lovers and art enthusiasts at the fourth edition of the Ake Arts and Book Festival2016. We are pleased to announce that our dates for this year are 15th -19th November and the festival will... Read More
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November 11, 2016

D’Banj receives BEFFTA Entertainment Icon Award at British Parliament

Nigerian artiste D’Banj has received the Entertainment Icon Award at the 2016 Black Entertainment Film Fashion Television and Arts (BEFFTA). D’Banj expressed his delight about the award on his Twitter account on Thursday. He wrote, “Yesterday, I received the #BEFFTA Entertainment Icon Award at the British House of Parliament, From Lord John Bird. I’m Humbled !... Read More
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November 11, 2016

#Impact365: ALL54 is working on providing the cheapest IT talent for local businesses

by Chukwukere Okpani   The tech industry in Nigeria is getting more attention and there are certainly, loads of untapped potential. Adeola Allison worked with IBM for 18 years in different capacities, now she is committed to helping young, local hopefuls build their talents in IT. ALL54 has been around for some time and has... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Opinion: Child marriage, an absurdity

by Nana Aisha Salaudeen   Child marriage prevents teenagers from fornicating. Child marriage is permissible as long as the child is mature and consents.   I rebel against the above statements that have become everyday debate points for the advocates of (forced) child marriage. The inbuilt prejudice and nonsensicality of such assertions seem invisible to... Read More
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November 11, 2016

#MTVEMAs withdraws “Best African Act” award from Wizkid, hands it to Alikiba

In a surprise move the MTV Europe Music Awards has handed the award for the “Best African Act” to Tanzanian singer Alikiba. The move by the award organisers has a semblance to the goof by talk show host Steve Harvey at the 2015 Miss Universe, where he announced Miss Colombia as the winner instead of... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Dear Nigerian Americans, now that you’re coming home…

Happy elections. Don’t think I’m crazy for greeting you happy elections. In Nigeria we greet people about everything. You have to get used to this now because you are coming back home. So, Eku election. I very much understand that you will soon be sent packing from there, so I have taken it upon myself... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Banky W, Adesua Etomi, Sola Sobowale make appearance as Dubai tourism is announced as headline sponsor The Wedding Party world premier

Arguably the most anticipated social event of the year, The Grand World Premiere of ‘The Wedding Party’ has just been selected by Dubai Tourism as part of its Vision 2020 initiative. The Vision was approved in May 2013 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, as a strategic roadmap to attracting 20... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Donald Trump is “Not America’s president”

New York City – Thousands of protesters are gathered in several locations, including Trump Tower as they rally against Donald Trump’s emergence as President. Los Angeles – Protesters burn an effigy of the president-elect outside the Los Angeles City Hall. They also blocked major roads and lit fire on streets. Boston – Protesters litter the streets of Massachusetts holding... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Watch Episode 2 of Front Row Diaries with Miss Vimbai at Heineken LFDW

TV personality, Vimbai Mutinhiri, is back with the second episode of Front Row Diaries with Miss Vimbai at the Heineken Lagos Fashion and Design Week. On this episode, Vimbai explores the after party for the Heineken LFDW, which was tagged Heineken Live Your Music and was hosted by American singer, T-Pain. Watch the video below:
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November 11, 2016

Woman arrested for defrauding bank customers with fake prophechies

The Police in Lagos has arrested a woman, Biola Simon, for allegedly defrauding bank customers after giving them fake prophecies, The Punch reports. Simon who arrested on Thursday by the Dopemu Police Division, after one of her victims reported her to the police. According to a police source, the woman is part of a four-man syndicate... Read More
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November 11, 2016

The Thread: Dear President Buhari, economic matters cannot be solved by force

So we all know the Nigerian economy has been in recession. The Federal Government assured us at different times we will be out of it soon, but that remains to be seen. In a creative move to get the economy under control, and out of recession, President Buhari yesterday sent his lapdogs- the Department of State Security... Read More
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November 11, 2016

BREAKING: Army kill 3 female suicide bombers in Maiduguri

The Nigerian Army has neutralised three female suicide bombers in the early hours of Friday in Maiduguri, Channels Television reports. The suicide bombers were spotted by the military patrol team along Maiduguri/Damboa road, near Mulai, by the military patrol team at about 5:30am, according to the Police Public Relations Officer in Borno, Victor Isuku. The women who... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Kidnapped Akwa Ibom politician regains freedom

Former Chairman of Ikot-Abasi Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Obong Amaete Ntuk, who was kidnapped by unknown gunmen has regained his freedom, Vanguard reports. Ntuk was said to have been freed on Tuesday morning by his abductors. The politician was kidnapped with his wife last Saturday around Ekparakwa community in Oruk Anam Local Government, a gateway to Ikot... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Entertainment Roundup: It’s a baby girl for Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna, Wizkid engages fans on Twitter for homecoming concert | More stories

Here are some of the stories that made news yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing today. Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian welcome baby daughter The most anticipated delivery in 2016 has finally happened and the Kardashian family now have a heir. Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna shared their... Read More
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November 11, 2016

The 2016 Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) schedule has been released

It’s only 3 more days to the 6th annual Africa International Film Festival holding in Lagos. Please see all details of the festival below: DAY 1: OPENING NIGHT FILM – Premiere Sunday, November 13, 2016 Birth Of a Nation – a film By Nate Parker (only Invites and “All Access” Pass admits) Venue: Filmhouse IMAX Cinema The... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Opinion: The lessons to be learned from a Trump win

by Calvin Ebun-Amu Another presidential election, another mountain of promises. Another presidential candidate but this time it is not just another politician. In actuality, many would find it mad to call Donald Trump a politician. Rather, he is a man on a mission. The Thirst For Power Rooted in his desire to win and “win... Read More
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November 11, 2016

The Thread: Experience builds expertise

Twitter is beautiful. It is a stomping ground for different types of narratives, advice on how to run a business, political analysis, social commentary, religious expositions, selling one’s brand/products etc. @JenniNaiaretti’s thread is geared towards business, and even career. It explains how expertise develops: think repetition and innovation. So if you are a business owner... Read More
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November 11, 2016

Benue declares Fridays work-free for harvest of farm produce

The Government of Benue has declared every Friday work-free beginning from Friday, November 11, 2016 to enable civil servants commence harvest of their farm produce. The decision was reached during the state executive meeting presided over by Governor Samuel Ortom. A statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and ICT, Mr.Tahav Agerzua, said,... Read More
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November 11, 2016

FG won’t revoke power sector privatisation – Fashola

The Federal Government says it will not revoke the privatisation of the power sector. Minister for Power, Works and Housing Babatunde Fashola (SAN) stated this on Thursday while speaking at the Fifth European Union (EU)-Nigeria Business Forum at Eko Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. The two-day event with the theme: “Harnessing Nigeria’s Potential for Economic Growth”,... Read More
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